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Trick or Treat: Worst and best Halloween candy for your teeth

It's hard to not get carried away when you have a bag full of candy, but calories aren't the only thing you should be concerned about. Here's your guide to what candies could impact your dental health for the best and for the worst this Halloween, according to the Delta Dental of New Jersey.

Jawbreakers

These may taste good, but they are actually hard enough to chip your teeth.

Caramel

Sticky candy can get stuck between your teeth and cause cavities.

Gummy candy

Again, sticky candy is bad for your teeth, according to Delta Dental.

Salt Water Taffy

In fact, the stickier the candy is the worst it is for your teeth.

Dried Fruits

Just because they're made from fruit doesn't get them off the hook, this sticky snack is also bad for your teeth.

Candy corn

These sugary kernels are loaded with sugar and actually produce acid that breaks down your teeth.

Sour candies

Sour candies also contain plenty of acid that can break down tooth enamel over time. Young children are especially at risk because their youthful enamel is still soft.

Hard candy

It's simple. The longer you keep a candy in your mouth the longer your teeth are soaking in sugar.

Sugar free candy

Sugar free candy assists in the production of saliva, which removes bacteria from your teeth, tongue, and gums.

Chocolate- Plain Milk

Plain chocolate, without nuts or caramel, dissolves quickly and doesn't surround the teeth in sugar.

Dark chocolate

Dark chocolate has numerous health benefits for your teeth and heart.

White Chocolate

It's a twist on the traditional chocolate, but just as good for your teeth.

Peanut butter cups

These cups are a kid favorite and dissolve just as quickly as plain chocolate.

Sugar-free Candy

Sugar-free gum dislodges food particles between your teeth.

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